Parris Carson was deemed East Suffolk High's 1960 "Athlete of the Year"

 Article 3 Volume 14                             EAST SUFFOLK HIGH'S JOURNAL

Three students were considered for this honor by the school's Press Club, in part, select students from the senior class and news outlets' publications. Parris Carson was deemed the winner. He led East Suffolk High to its first-ever district championship.  Also, he had a stellar junior year on the team.  He was more than a basketball player.  He was one of the most beloved students in the class, He was active in the choir and creative dance club.

Parris passed away on October 12, 2023, in his home in Suffolk, Virginia.  You can read more info at the Harris Funeral Home website.

 Chester Steward, a two-letter athlete in football and baseball, and Ashley Taylor, a two-letter athlete in basketball and track and field, finished second and third respectively in the selection process

A picture of the team is published below:

The iconic starting five were front row:, left to right:  James Ricks; Ashley Taylor; Leroy Biggs:    Parris Carson, and Richard Wheeler. Mack Benn, Jr was the coach of this talented team.